MIL DEPT - Historic Preservation Consultation

The State of Vermont Military Department is seeking a qualified contractor to provide historic preservation consulting services statewide. The contractor will prepare Vermont Architectural Resource Inventories (VARI) and historic resource reports on an as‑needed basis for properties throughout Vermont. The contract is a two‑year award beginning September 2026 with options to extend to a total of five years. Bids must be submitted electronically by September 8, 2026, 4:00 PM. Questions are due by August 28, 2026, 4:00 PM. The contractor must meet DoD access‑control requirements for work on VTARNG facilities and comply with state‑wide procurement and minority‑business policies. • Scope: Preparation of VARI inventories and historic resource reports for state‑owned properties. • Duration: 2‑year base contract (options to extend to 5 years). • Location: State‑wide, Vermont (properties may be on VTARNG installations). • Submission: Email bid to [email protected] by 9/8/2026 4 PM. • Value: Not disclosed; estimated based on consulting rates for historic preservation. • Requirements: DoD NCIC‑III/TSDB background checks, compliance with climate‑change certification (if > $25 k), M/WBE outreach, and standard state contract forms. • Evaluation: Points for understanding, relevant experience (VARI, historic reports, VSHPO collaboration), and cost/value.